Girl, 14, shot dead as South Africa's 'taxi wars' hit school

BBC News - WorldCenterEN 2 min read 100% complete February 26, 2026 at 03:11 PM

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A 14-year-old girl was shot dead and two other people were injured at a secondary school in Cape Town, South Africa, on Wednesday. The attack occurred when an unidentified man opened fire on a minibus taxi parked outside the school, killing its 42-year-old driver. Two students, aged 14 and 16, were also shot, with one girl suffering multiple gunshot wounds to her chest. The incident has been linked to ongoing turf wars between rival taxi associations in South Africa's competitive taxi industry. Police are investigating the attack, which is the second attempt on the driver's life this month. A reward of up to 100,000 rand is being offered for information leading to the arrest and prosecution of those responsible.

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school shooting 90% gun violence 80% taxi wars 80% south africa 70% minibus taxis 60% taxi industry 50%

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South Africa

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